Banh Mi 🇻🇳 – The Vietnamese Delightful Fusion Sandwich
Banh Mi is a quintessential Vietnamese sandwich that showcases a delightful fusion of French and Vietnamese culinary influences. Typically served in a crispy baguette, it is filled with a variety of savory ingredients such as marinated meats like pork, chicken, or pate, complemented by fresh herbs, pickled vegetables, and a hint of chili. The contrasting textures and flavors create a unique taste experience, with aromatic cilantro, crisp cucumbers, and zesty pickled carrots providing a refreshing bite. This versatile street food, often garnished with a touch of mayonnaise and slices of jalapeño, has gained international popularity for its vibrant and bold flavor profile. Banh Mi is not only a testament to cultural fusion but also a deliciously satisfying meal that can be enjoyed at any time of the day.
Time to prepare: 30 minutes
Time to cook: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
– 4 pieces Bread rolls
– 500 grams Marinated pork
– 1 large Carrot
– 1 medium Cucumber
– 60 milliliters Mayonnaise
– 20 grams Fresh cilantro
– 2 pieces Jalapeño peppers
– 100 milliliters Rice vinegar
– 50 grams Sugar
– 5 grams Salt
– 30 milliliters Soy sauce
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare Pickled Vegetables
Slice carrots and cucumber; pickle in vinegar, sugar, and salt for 15 minutes.
Step 2: Cook Marinated Pork
Grill or pan-fry marinated pork until cooked through.
Step 3: Slice Jalapeños
Thinly slice jalapeño peppers.
Step 4: Prepare the Bread
Slice bread rolls lengthwise and spread mayonnaise on both sides.
Step 5: Assemble the Sandwich
Layer pork, pickled vegetables, jalapeños, and cilantro into the bread rolls.
Step 6: Season and Serve
Drizzle soy sauce over fillings, close bread, and serve immediately.
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